We're entering an exciting season of growth and improvement—and we'd love for you to be part of it! As Finance Officer, you'll have the opportunity to strengthen processes, improve systems, and provide trusted financial leadership that helps our mission thrive.

Mission Alignment

This role supports the mission of the Seventh Day Baptist General Conference by ensuring that financial resources, systems, and processes are managed with integrity, transparency, and purpose. Through strong stewardship, operational partnership, and continuous improvement of financial practices and systems, this position helps strengthen the organizational foundation needed to support ministry effectiveness, leadership development, Gospel outreach, and a healthy culture of sustainable ministry and rest. In alignment with the Conference’s values and Sabbath-centered identity, this role contributes to building systems and operational practices that promote long-term sustainability, wise stewardship, and rhythms that allow leaders and ministries to serve faithfully without burnout.

Position Summary

The Director, Finance & Controller serves as the senior financial leader responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the Conference, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, compliance, and financial administration. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial systems and reporting while providing leadership in financial planning, governance, process improvement, and operational effectiveness. In partnership with organizational leadership, this position supports the ongoing development of sustainable systems, scalable processes, and financial practices that strengthen organizational capacity and support the future growth and mission of the Conference.

Primary Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Operations

Lead all financial operations of the Conference, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, compliance, payroll, audits, and financial controls
Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and stewardship of financial records, reporting systems, and organizational resources
Lead and develop a small finance team to support effective, timely, and service-oriented financial operations
Provide financial insight, analysis, and recommendations to leadership, boards, and governing bodies to support informed decision-making and long-term sustainability

Budgeting, Reporting & Financial Planning

Develop, manage, and present denominational and General Services budgets for leadership teams, General Council, and organizational ministries
Prepare quarterly and annual financial reports, analyses, and year-end financial activities, including required calculations and allocations
Provide budgetary consultation and financial guidance to the Coordinating Leadership Team (CLT) and General Conference leadership
Review and advise on financial planning related to General Conference sessions, events, and ministry initiatives

Memorial Fund & Investment Administration

Manage bookkeeping and financial activity for Memorial Fund operations
Coordinate with financial advisors, auditors, and legal counsel as needed
Oversee quarterly income distributions and endowment reporting
Administer scholarships, grants, and loan processes for churches and affiliated entities
Support gift planning activities including annuities and donor-directed funds

Governance, Stewardship & Organizational Support

Serve as a financial advisor and resource to General Council, COSAR, boards, committees, and leadership teams
Support retirement plan administration, governance processes, and board-related financial discussions and reporting
Coordinate financial aspects of meetings, reporting cycles, and organizational communications as needed
Support continuous improvement efforts that strengthen financial systems, operational effectiveness, transparency, and long-term organizational sustainability

Continuous Improvement & Systems Development

Identify opportunities to strengthen financial systems, reporting processes, and operational workflows
Support the implementation of sustainable financial practices and scalable administrative processes
Recommend process improvements that enhance stewardship, transparency, and organizational effectiveness

Qualifications

Experience & Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
3-5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience
Experience in nonprofit, denominational, or fund-based accounting strongly preferred

Technical Expertise

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
Experience with audits, compliance, and financial governance
Familiarity with investment, endowment, or fund accounting preferred

Leadership Skills

Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
Strong organizational and detail orientation
Collaborative approach with leadership, boards, and ministry partners
High level of integrity and accountability

Faith & Values Expectations

Staff are expected to support the mission and values of the Seventh Day Baptist General Conference and work cooperatively within a faith-centered environment.

Pay: $57,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b)
Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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